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Preliminary tests on serrations for lever to shaft attachments on front suspension dampers.13th Apr 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0125
Instructing payment of two invoices to Projectile & Engineering Co. Ltd. following a ruling on costs.14th Apr 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0126
Geometry error and proposed fix for the Bentley III Bijur feed front suspension pipe coil.23th Apr 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0127
The failure of front suspension torque arm bolts on the Bentley III & 50 and a request to increase their diameter.26th Apr 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0128
Letter to Thos. Firth & John Brown Ltd. requesting separate prices for the main and second plates of springs Fw.1520.27th Apr 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0129
Request to temporarily fit low rating front road springs to a Bentley III.28th Apr 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0130
Modification and stiffening of the Bentley III front suspension yoke.3rd May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0131
Providing particulars of 8' static deflection springs for the B.111 front suspension.3rd May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0132
Technical data sheet for an 8.00' static deflection spring, B.111, for the latest frame.3rd May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0133
Particulars for 8' static deflection springs for a front suspension.3rd May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0134
Failure analysis of Bentley III front coil springs.11th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0135
Parts required and not required for the Bentley 111 Chassis front wheel spring suspension mechanism.17th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0136
Alterations to the front wheel spring suspension mechanism for the Bentley III chassis.9th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0137
Failing rubber bearings in the Bentley III, comparing them to the Packard design and proposing modifications.9th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0138
Comparison of sideways yoke movement between a Bentley III and a Packard.9th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0139
Comparative analysis of suspension component deflection and movement between a B.III model and a Packard.9th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0140
Test report detailing deflection and rigidity figures for pressed and cast steel torque arms.9th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0141
Data table showing measurements of Packard yoke movement under various loads, noting hysteresis effects.9th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0142
Table detailing deflection measurements for a Bentley III yoke movement under increasing loads.9th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0143
Diagrammatic plan view of a B.III off-side suspension system.9th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0144
Graph plotting the sideways movement of a Packard yoke against wheel load.9th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0145
Graph plotting sideways yoke movement against wheel load, analyzing deflection from various components.9th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0146
Blueprint diagram illustrating a rigidity test for the lower triangle of a B III front suspension.9th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0147
Comparative drawings of a B III and Packard pivot pin at the bottom of the yoke.18th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0148
Sketch showing the movement of various links in a B.E. suspension system.18th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0149
Requesting an order for 3 pairs of Bentley III springs from Thomas Firth & John Brown for bump tests.16th Jun 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0150
Different methods for protecting B III coil springs from rust.27th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0151
Laboratory report on the failure of a Bentley 111 front coil spring due to a fatigue crack.27th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0152
Laboratory report showing magnified images of a fracture and cracks in a corroded area of a component.27th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0153
Technical memo comparing the effect of brake torque on the front suspension of the Bentley III and Packard models.27th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0154
Recommendations and calculations for a stiffened yoke, including a diagram of forces and moments.27th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0155
Calculation of the deflection of a Bentley III yoke due to bending.27th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0156
Engineering calculations for deflection due to slope and bending.27th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0157
Page of calculations for material deflexion, comparing Packard and Bentley III models.27th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0158
Comparison of yoke movements and deflection under braking loads for Packard and Bentley III vehicles.27th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0159
Movement data and observations for various chassis components on the Bentley III and Packard.27th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0160
Analysis of Bentley III yoke movement and deflection caused by braking torque.27th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0161
Data table showing Packard yoke movement and deflection measurements under varying loads due to braking torque.27th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0162
Diagrammatic view of an apparatus used for pulling the front end of a car.27th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0163
Graph plotting yoke movement deflection against the pull on the front end of the car, detailing various component distortions.27th May 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0164
Graph charting Packard yoke movement and deflection due to brake torque.10th Jun 1918Box 100 \ 1  scan0165
Sketch showing the movement of various links in a BII suspension system.10th Jun 1918Box 100 \ 1  scan0166
Request to order one pair of B.III springs from supplier Thos. Firth with revised specifications.9th Jun 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0167
Requesting the preparation of a scheme for a suspension stay.9th Jun 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0168
Stress calculations for front springs on models B.III and B.50 with an increased deflection.13th Jun 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0169
List of alterations for the suspension specification of a chassis.14th Jun 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0170
Test run on the Bentley III Bump Chassis front end suspension and specifications for future tests.14th Jun 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0171
Test report on a Bentley III Bumper Chassis, detailing failures and subsequent modifications.14th Jun 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0172
Failures of various damper components during testing and the corresponding corrective actions.14th Jun 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0173
Test report detailing issues with a spare wheel carrier bracket, yokes, bumper modifications, and a loose silentbloc bolt.14th Jun 1930Box 100 \ 1  scan0174
Urgent internal request to draw a sleeve for a Bentley III yoke to accommodate a silentbloc bearing.20th Jun 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0175
Requesting a design for new rear springs for a Bentley III (8.B.V.) chassis.23th Jun 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0176
Design specifications for rear springs for a Bentley Chassis.27th Jun 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0177
Scheme for an attachment lever for hydraulic portable jacks on a Bentley 3, relating to rear springs and bumper.2nd Jul 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0178
Request for analysis of an Oldsmobile roll rod to determine the material for a B.III roll rod.4th Jul 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0179
Tests on Bentley III rear spring bushes and concerns about their suitability.22th Jul 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0180
Trial of aluminium spherical bearing brackets and caps for the Bentley III front suspension.18th Aug 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0181
Modifications to suspension and steering geometry for the B.III model and the first Silver Wraith.29th Aug 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0182
Experiments on the torque arm sphere due to increased car weight from a 5.6 litre engine.29th Aug 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0183
Adjustments to rear leaf springs and shackles to accommodate new front coil springs.2nd Jun 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0184
Proposed modifications to the rear leaf springs for the Wraith 80 model.7th Sep 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0185
Provision of two blueprints for a Bush - Rear Spring Front Eye, for a Bentley 111.7th Sep 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0186
Requesting the removal and refitting of front road springs on chassis 8.B.V.8th Sep 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0187
Requesting the forging of Bentley III Yokes from a different steel for a bump chassis.8th Sep 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0188
Adjustments to the Bentley III suspension and its visual appearance.9th Sep 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0189
Stud failure in the front suspension and proposing modifications to the torque arms.9th Sep 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0190
Scheme for Duprene washers and seals for the rear springs of a Bentley 111.15th Sep 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0191
Request to fit metal packings under the front coil springs of chassis 9.B.V. to raise the front end by 3/4 inch.17th Sep 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0192
Technical memo detailing the effects and specifications of fitting roll rods to a Bentley III.19th Sep 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0193
Understeer issues with the S.S.V. and requesting a new rear roll rod design for the S.III.19th Sep 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0194
Sending a pair of rear leaf springs back to the supplier, Firths, for recambering.20th Sep 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0195
Scheme for lengthened rear springs on the Bentley 111, combining the jack lever arm with the shackle.23th Sep 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0196
Scheme for a modified rear spring front anchorage and rear step iron for a Bentley 111.30th Sep 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0197
Requesting the detailing of new rear springs for the Bentley III to lower the vehicle.18th Oct 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0198
Trialling new ring-type rear bump buffers for the Bentley III to improve springing and reduce impact.18th Oct 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0199
Provision of two blueprints for a Bentley 111 Chassis rear axle buffer.26th Oct 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0200
Specifications for road springs on the B.III model.26th Oct 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0201
Forwarding two blueprints for the S.CD.952 Rear Axle Buffer for the Bentley 111 Chassis.26th Oct 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0202
Design specifications for the rear springs on the Bentley 111.28th Oct 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0203
Requesting the production of torque arm sockets and caps from malleable iron for cost-saving purposes.29th Oct 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0204
Requesting design modifications to the suspension system, including shock dampers, front suspension triangles, and torque arm for weight reduction.2nd Nov 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0205
Requesting two pairs of rear springs for a Bentley III, specifying drawing and load details.3rd Nov 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0206
Blueprints and parts required for the Bentley 111 Chassis rear springs, fittings, and shock dampers.4th Nov 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0207
Modifications to the Bentley 111 Chassis, including the rear track and suspension.5th Nov 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0208
Instruction detailing modifications to the rear springs for the Bentley 111.5th Nov 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0209
Scheme for lightened upper triangle levers for the Bentley 111 front suspension, detailing a weight saving of 1 lb. 10 ozs.9th Nov 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0210
The provision of two blueprints for a Torque Arm to be used on the Bentley 111 bump chassis.11th Nov 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0211
Order for front road springs for Bentley III and 50 cars.12th Nov 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0212
Modification to the front yokes for the B.III, B.50 and B.80 series cars.15th Nov 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0213
Order for three more pairs of Bentley V rear springs.17th Nov 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0214
Production and testing of lightened upper triangle levers for the Bentley 5 chassis.22th Nov 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0215
Request to make 6 sleeves for fitting cheaper silentblocs to a Bentley V chassis for testing.26th Nov 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0216
Order for one pair of rear road springs for a B.V. Bumper Chassis.29th Nov 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0217
Specifications for the B.V. front anti-roll rod, including dimensions and material composition.5th Dec 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0218
Requesting an order for rear rubber buffers for the Bentley V chassis.5th Dec 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0219
Requesting dimensional changes to the front roll rod for Bentley models 111 and 50.9th Dec 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0220
Modifications to the torque arm, lower triangle lever, and thrust stay for the front suspension.9th Dec 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0221
Directive regarding the specifications for the front anti-roll rod for the first 50 experimental B.V. chassis.9th Dec 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0222
Outlining urgent attention points and testing requirements for various B.V. suspension components.12th Dec 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0223
Request to order a pair of 1000 lb. rear road springs for a Continental Bentley V chassis from Toledo Woodheads.3rd Jan 1939Box 100 \ 1  scan0224


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